Merina Nutrition

Recipes

High-protein recipes designed for women over 40. Every recipe includes full nutrition facts.

Heart-Shaped Protein Pancakes
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Heart-Shaped Protein Pancakes

30g protein420 cal

Who says healthy eating can't be fun? These adorable heart-shaped protein pancakes are perfect for Valentine's Day breakfast or any morning you want to feel special. Plus, they pack 30g of protein to...

Self-Love Breakfast Bowl
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Self-Love Breakfast Bowl

38g protein485 cal

This Valentine's week, we're starting with the most important relationship you have - the one with yourself. This beautiful breakfast bowl delivers 38g of protein and feels like a warm hug for your...

Grilled Chicken with Heart-Healthy Roasted Vegetables
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Grilled Chicken with Heart-Healthy Roasted Vegetables

40g protein520 cal
Prep: 15minCook: 20minServes 2

Not every heart-healthy meal needs to be fish or vegetarian. Chicken prepared the right way - with olive oil, garlic, and colorful vegetables - is a delicious way to get your protein while supporting...

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

30g protein485 cal
Prep: 15minServes 2

The Mediterranean diet is the most researched diet for heart health - and this salad captures its essence perfectly. Chickpeas provide plant protein linked to lower cardiovascular disease risk, olive...

Heart-Healthy Omega-3 Salmon Bowl
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Heart-Healthy Omega-3 Salmon Bowl

42g protein580 cal
Prep: 10minCook: 20minServes 2

Heart disease is the #1 killer of women - and your risk increases dramatically after menopause. But here's the empowering news: what you eat matters. This heart-healthy salmon bowl combines omega-3...

Greek Yogurt Protein Parfait
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Greek Yogurt Protein Parfait

30g protein420 cal
Prep: 5minServes 1

Greek yogurt is one of the highest-quality proteins you can eat - with a DIAAS score of 100% and naturally high leucine content, it's perfect for supporting muscle health during menopause. This...

Salmon & Edamame Power Bowl
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Salmon & Edamame Power Bowl

42g protein510 cal
Prep: 10minCook: 4minServes 2

Why choose between animal and plant protein when you can have both? This power bowl brings together the best of both worlds: wild-caught salmon delivers complete, highly bioavailable protein and...

Complete Plant Protein Bowl
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Complete Plant Protein Bowl

35g protein520 cal
Prep: 15minCook: 25minServes 2

Think you need animal protein to get complete nutrition? Think again. This plant-powered protein bowl combines lentils and quinoa - two complementary protein sources that together deliver all...

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Cottage Cheese Mac & Cheese

Prep: 10minCook: 20minServes 6

This mac and cheese has a secret: cottage cheese blended right into the sauce. You can't taste it. You can't see it. But it adds 38g of protein per serving and makes the sauce extra creamy.

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Creamy Tuscan White Bean Soup

Prep: 10minCook: 25minServes 6

This soup is SO creamy you won't believe there's no heavy cream. The secret? Blending some of the white beans right into the broth. It creates this silky, luxurious texture while adding protein...

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Protein-Packed Chicken Chili

Prep: 15minCook: 35minServes 6

This chicken chili is basically a warm hug in a bowl. With 40g of protein per serving, it's the kind of comfort food that actually serves your body - not just your cravings.

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Post-Workout Recovery Smoothie Bowl

35g protein395 cal
Prep: 2minServes 1

Post-workout nutrition doesn't have to be complicated or perfectly timed within 30 minutes. This recovery smoothie bowl delivers 35g of complete protein with recovery-supporting carbs and...